Ascension Via Christi provides doctors, hospitals, clinics, immediate care, therapy centers & home health services in KS & N.E. OK.
Kansas and Oklahoma
Joined on 15 March, 2009
https://www.getviachristicare.com/
ICYMI: With the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, continue masking, handwashing and distancing, especially if you're going to visit grandparents. "Do your part to keep your grandparents as safe as you can," pediatrician Amy Seery, MD, tells @KWCH12:
Symptoms of the flu and COVID-19 can be similar. Our care teams are here to help. If you’re concerned about symptoms or are feeling sick, talk to your Ascension Medical Group Via Christi doctor. Or see a doctor through online or walk-in care. Find care:
The COVID-19 vaccine is bringing hope to communities across the country as we start the new year. We expect the vaccine to be more available across our communities in the coming weeks and months.
Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine:
Respiratory Therapists at Ascension Via Christi recently received some sweet cards, handmade by kids in our community. Brenda Olmstead, auditor for Respiratory Care, created a colorful collage display to show her RT team some love.
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Ascension Via Christi provided more than $71 million in community benefit in fiscal year 2020, providing free medical care to those in need, educating healthcare professionals & supporting community health efforts in Wichita, Pittsburg, Manhattan & Wamego:
Our physical therapists can help when pain or an injury threatens to derail efforts to get more active. PTs can even help design exercise programs to help meet our health and fitness goals. Request a complimentary phone consultation or appointment:
Today, Ascension Via Christi was 1of 4 recipients of this year's Chairman's Award from the @SedgwickCounty Commission. The award was given in recognition of the contributions made by clinical and non-clinical associates during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. #WeAreAscension
Aimee Wilson, Associate & Occupational Health, Ascension Kansas: "Seeing associates lined up at the door every morning waiting for their vaccine is amazing. I know that every dose I give is providing an extra layer of protection for our associates, their families & our patients."
For the past 33 years, Pam Buxton has served children at Ascension Via Christi's Child Development Center. On Friday, Jan. 15, she will begin her new journey as a retiree. Help us celebrate by commenting a memory or message below!
ICYMI: Last week, 50 nurses and nurse techs were in orientation for their new roles at Ascension Via Christi. This week, 30 more are joining the team. Anita Mills, director of Clinical Professional Development, shares more with @KSNNews:
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Dr. Sam Antonios, Ascension Via Christi Chief Clinical Officer, is asking the community not to delay care for heart attack, stroke & other conditions. Ask friends & family, “How are you feeling today?” Encourage loved ones to see a doctor or get ER care:
Dr. David Bryant had never had a colonoscopy. The 51-year-old Wichitan was a year past the recommended colon cancer screening age. The tragic death of actor Chadwick Boseman convinced David that it was time to schedule his procedure.
Check in & encourage your friends & family to get the important care they need. Richa Sharma, MD, Ascension Medical Group Via Christi Internal Medicine on Murdock, Wichita, has new patient appointments available.
Info & to schedule: , or call 316-274-8335.
Ascension Via Christi has delivered more than 5,000 COVID-19 vaccines to frontline associates in Wichita. It is still critical that everyone continues masking, social distancing and hand washing, Sam Antonios, MD, chief clinical officer, tells @KSNNews
COVID-19 caregivers at Ascension Via Christi's Wichita hospitals recently received an outpouring of support and snacks from community members, organizations and businesses.
The symptoms of a cold, the flu & allergies can all be similar. For patients who are feeling sick, it’s important not to delay care. Talk to an Ascension Medical Group Via Christi doctor. Virtual options are available where appropriate. Find care near you:
Drew Talbott, COO for Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg, has been named hospital president, an interim role he has served since November 2020. Tawny Sandifer, RN, VP of Nursing for the hospital, will take on added responsibilities of VP of Operations.
Kristen Garrett, RN, COVID-19 MICU at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, was the first person in Kansas to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. She just received her second dose, which gives her and her teammates more confidence to continue caring for others:
Maggie Hagan, MD, medical director of Infection Control at Ascension Via Christi, received her second COVID-19 vaccine, three weeks after being the first doctor in Kansas to be vaccinated: #WeAreAscension
🔹 UPDATE 🔹 Ascension Via Christi's Wichita hospitals have eased visitor restrictions: Patients, except for those undergoing treatment for COVID-19, are allowed 1 visitor per day 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Full details:
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